Highlander 2WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) Hybrid (2006)
e. Remove the 2 O-rings from the cooler refrigerant suction hose No.1.
3. DISCONNECT AIR CONDITIONING TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY
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HINT: Disconnect of the air conditioning tube and accessory assembly is same as the cooler refrigerant suction hose No.1.
4. DISCONNECT HEATER WATER OUTLET HOSE
a. Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip, and then disconnect the heater water outlet hose.
NOTE:
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Do not apply any excessive force to the heater water outlet hose.
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Prepare a drain pan or cloth for when the cooling water leaks.
5. DISCONNECT HEATER WATER INLET HOSE
a. Disconnection of the heater water inlet hose is same as the heater water outlet hose.
6. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
HINT: Refer to the instructions for removal of the instrument panel passenger airbag assembly.
7. DISCONNECT STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY
a. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts, disconnect the steering column assembly form the instrument panel reinforcement assembly.
8. DISCONNECT FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY